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Edelman Global Advisory acquires strategic communications agency Landmark Public Affairs | PR
With this acquisition, EGA is expanding its international operations by combining its global vision with Landmark’s deep policy expertise and proven track record of delivering highly professional client advisory services, keeping EGA ahead of the demands of a fast-growing and ever-changing geopolitical environment. -
Climate Communication Group launches with a focus on collaboration and education | PR
The PRCA’s Misinformation in the Climate Crisis Strategy Group hit pause at the end of 2022 and has taken some time to reset. It has now relaunched as the Climate Communication Group. -
Joe Public celebrates its 25th birthday by committing to the growth of young creative talent | PR
To mark the occasion, the organisation – currently ranked the largest independent and locally owned communication group in our country – is making a commitment to the next generation of creative talent. -
WPP acquires German healthcare specialist 3K Communication | PR
Founded 25 years ago, 3K is known for its expertise in healthcare, biopharmaceuticals, and related sciences, working with some of the world’s most notable global pharmaceutical companies, consumer health brands, and local biotech start-ups. -
A quarter of comms leaders refuse to embrace AI despite wave of interest, Tracker | PR
The study follows a recent surge in interest in AI within PR practice. Despite this interest, the majority of communications leaders appear slow to grasp its potential with more than half of respondents admitting to never using the technology.
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PRCA welcomes wtv. as corporate member
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced global hybrid and virtual event company wtv. as its latest corporate member.
Rob Colmer and Claire Williamson to lead 2022 PRCA PR and Communications Council
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA)has announced that that Rob Colmer (Chair) and Claire Williamson (Vice Chair) will lead the PR and Communications Council in 2022.
PRCA launches study to explore what’s next in Digital PR
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has launched its ninth annual 2022 Digital PR Report examining the growth of digital PR and communications across all sectors.
Kite Hill PR named PR agency of record for PROTEUS
Kite Hill’s PR approach for PROTEUS™ includes earned media and mission-driven strategies, which will aim to garner a pipeline of partner deals and technology advancements.
Belgian PR agency Evoke expands expertise with new recruitments
The team of the Brussels communication specialist in tech, transport and logistics is now nine heads strong, more than doubling in one year, definitively cementing its place in the Belgian PR landscape.
Havas Group grows footprint in Spain and Portugal with acquisition of PR agency Tinkle
Tinkle will continue to operate its business in Spain and Portugal under the leadership of Javier Curtichs and his management team. T
smart Europe picks Dept, Ketchum and Kolle Rebbe to be communication partners
After nine months of an intense selection process, smart Europe has chosen Dept, Ketchum and Kolle Rebbe, part of Accenture Interactive, as partners in their new communications team.
Average UK PR agency spends £11K on pitching every year, research
A new study of senior agency professionals has found that the average agency undertakes 27 pitches to win new contracts every year, with 62 hours spent on average per pitch.
Symphony Technology Group acquires Kantar Reputation Intelligence, PRgloo and Onclusive to form a new global partner for PR and Communications
Together the three businesses merge to create a new global media monitoring, measurement, and workflow management partner for PR and communications.
Force4 Technology Communications launches B2B tech PR and Marketing Communications agency
Force4 Technology Communications, LLC has announced its launch as a trusted and innovative provider of public relations and marketing communications services for B2B high tech companies.
PRCA research reveals impact of ‘Plan B’ Covid measures on PR industry
Half (50%) of public relations bosses and in-house leaders expect the Government’s latest Plan B measures to have little or no impact on business prospects, according to a PRCA ‘Plan B’ Pulse Check study.
Consumer marketing firm HUNTER: London joins PRCA as largest corporate member
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced consumer marketing firm HUNTER: London as its latest corporate member.
Essence names Maureen Morrison SVP of Global Marketing and Communications
In her role, she will oversee the agency’s marketing, communications, content and editorial products across its 23 offices in 14 countries.
Hotwire launches tech training for marketing and communication professionals
Hotwire, the global technology communications consultancy part of Enero Group, has launched Hotwire Into Tech—an on-demand course for mid-to-senior marketing and communications professionals interested in transitioning to a job in technology.
Hill+Knowlton appoints Grant Toups as first global Chief Technology Officer
Toups will advance H+K’s end-to-end technology and intelligence strategy, building the firm’s ecosystem of technology-based offerings and improving the use of data science and analytics to drive client success and employee growth and experience.
Volkswagen announces reorganization of brand and group communications line up
Germany automotive manufacturer Volkswagen has announced that the structural separation of Brand and Group Communications that was initiated in July 2020 at the Wolfsburg site has been completed
WPP’s global communications network Grey announces new global creative leadership and studio structure
Michael Houston, Worldwide CEO of Grey, has announced that John Patroulis has been promoted to Global Creative Chairman & President, Creative Business, and Javier Campopiano has been promoted to Worldwide Chief Creative Officer of Grey.
PRCA relaunches Business Development Group
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has relaunched its Business Development (BD) Group, with 3 Monkeys Zeno’s Rebecca Wagstaffe and Richmond & Towers’ Anouska Leon to co-chair the Group.
Finsbury Glover Hering and SVC complete merger, creating global strategic communications company
The firm brings together over 1,000 communications professionals, operating from 25 offices in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States, including its global headquarters in New York.
Strategic consulting firms as most critical PR skill, ICCO World PR Report
The specific areas of focus for talent development come on the back of 52% of those surveyed, saying that ‘retaining PR and Communications talent’ was the biggest challenge for their business going forward.